Minor Hotels signs Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences on Egypt’s Red Sea
Tue, 12 May 2026
Minor Hotels has signed Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences in Egypt, set to open in May 2030 with 300 hotel keys and 150 branded residential units, marking a key expansion milestone in the country.
IHG Hotels & Resorts opens voco Cairo Arabella Plaza
Mon, 11 May 2026
IHG Hotels & Resorts has introduced its premium lifestyle brand to Egypt with the opening of voco Hotels Cairo Arabella Plaza in New Cairo. The 80-room hotel is integrated directly into Arabella Plaza Mall.
Minor Hotels signs Anantara Somabay on Egypt’s Red Sea
Tue, 05 May 2026
Minor Hotels announced signing Anantara Somabay Resort & Residences in Egypt marking strategic expansion Opening May 2030 the project will include 300 hotel keys and 150 branded residential units on the Red Sea coastal development.
Accor signs deal to launch TRIBE Ain Sokhna at Baymount
Tue, 21 Apr 2026
Accor has signed a hotel management agreement with MAVEN Developments to introduce TRIBE Ain Sokhna at Baymount, marking the brand’s debut in Egypt. The 150-key beachfront hotel will be TRIBE’s first property in the country.
Accor, Contact Developments sign Pullman New Capital in Egypt
Wed, 15 Apr 2026
Accor, a world-leading hospitality group, announces the signing of the Pullman New Capital Hotel & Residences in Egypt, marking the debut of Pullman Hotels & Resorts in Cairo.
Egypt records 76.67pc increase in medical tourism revenues in 2025
Mon, 30 Mar 2026
Egypt’s medical tourism is booming, fuelled by improved healthcare services and quality care. In 2025, revenues surged 76.67% from 2024, reaching approximately $3.7 million, marking a significant breakthrough in the sector
Jazeera boosts global network with three new routes via Dammam
Sat, 28 Mar 2026
Kuwaiti low-cost carrier Jazeera Airways is set to restart twice-weekly services from Kuwait to Tbilisi, Sharm El Sheikh and Hurghada via King Fahd International Airport in the Saudi city of Dammam beginning April 15. The flights to the Georgian capital opens access to the wider Caucasus region, including Armenia and Azerbaijan.
Jazeera Airways boosts Egypt network with new flights to Sohag
Sun, 22 Mar 2026
Jazeera Airways has announced the expansion of its network in Egypt with new flights to Sohag. It is the sixth destination that the Kuwaiti low-cost airline will fly to in Egypt via Qaisumah Airport in Saudi Arabia as part of its efforts to boost connectivity between Kuwait and other key travel destinations.
Jazeera Airways expands Kuwait–Egypt connectivity with four destinations
Wed, 18 Mar 2026
Jazeera Airways has strengthened connectivity between Kuwait and Egypt, with flights operating to four Egyptian cities — Alexandria, Cairo, Assiut, and Luxor — supporting essential travel during the current regional situation and local airport closures.
Winter in Egypt: warm weather, Red Sea luxury & cultural wonders
Sun, 22 Feb 2026
When much of the world is wrapped in winter, Egypt enjoys one of its most pleasant travel seasons. Winter brings mild temperatures, clear days, and ideal sightseeing conditions, making it the perfect time to explore both the country’s legendary heritage and its sun-soaked coastlines.
IHG signs Hotel Indigo Cairo New Administrative Capital in Egypt
Thu, 19 Feb 2026
IHG Hotels & Resorts has signed a management agreement with Jadeer Group to open the 140-room Hotel Indigo Cairo New Administrative Capital in 2033, expanding its Luxury & Lifestyle portfolio in Egypt’s New Capital.
Rove Hotels expands into Egypt
Mon, 16 Feb 2026
Rove Hotels, the UAE-born contemporary lifestyle brand and a joint venture between Emaar Properties and Dubai Holding, has announced its entry into Egypt with the signing of Rove Sheikh Zayed City, in partnership with El Sayyad Group. The agreement is executed through El Sayyad Group’s dedicated hotels investment subsidiary, El Sayyad for Hotels & Resorts.
The Bench launches Future Hospitality Summit Egypt
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
The Bench has announced the launch of Future Hospitality Summit (FHS) Egypt, taking place November 10-11, 2026, at Sofitel Downtown Cairo Nile. Under the theme ‘Where Heritage Inspires Investment’, FHS Egypt will convene owners, investors, operators, developers and government leaders to explore the next chapter of hospitality and real estate development in Egypt.
Accor expands in Egypt with Swissôtel Cairo West
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
Accor has signed an agreement for Swissôtel Cairo West, a mixed-use development in partnership with Saoud Urban Development, marking a step in the Group’s expansion in Egypt. Located in West Cairo, a rapidly developing district, the project addresses rising demand for integrated hospitality, branded residences, and destination-led developments.
Mandarin Oriental expands in Egypt with two hotels, Nile cruise
Wed, 11 Feb 2026
Mandarin Oriental will expand in Egypt with two renovated hotels in Luxor and Aswan and its first luxury Nile river cruise. The hotels and cruise will offer refined accommodations, dining, wellness, and cultural experiences, providing an immersive journey through Egypt’s heritage.
Egypt leads warm winter travel
Wed, 14 Jan 2026
TBO Academy equips travel professionals with structured destination knowledge and practical selling insights for Egypt. During the global winter, Egypt stands out for its warmth, clear skies, and rich culture, offering mild temperatures and diverse experiences from December to February for travellers seeking sun.
Emirates boosts presence in Egypt with fifth daily flight
Mon, 03 Nov 2025
Emirates is deploying an additional six weekly frequencies on the Dubai-Cairo route from December 1, 2025. Strategically scheduled for maximum connectivity with the airline’s vast global network, the additional frequencies will cater to the increased demand during peak winter season.